In the early days of Reddit politics, controversies often dominated the headlines. Noem, a potential VP pick for Donald Trump, describes killing the 14-month-old dog after deciding it was “less than worthless” and faced backlash from animal rights activists. The 42-year-old freshman senator from Alabama received mixed reviews after delivering the Republican response to President Biden's State of the Union address, sparking debates about her political future.
As the years went by, the focus shifted to more substantial issues such as gun laws and national security. Monday night's Iowa Republican caucus kicks off the presidential nominating season, with the caucus having a spotty history of voting for the frontrunner. Meanwhile, the freshman senator decried a case of sexual bondage that took place in Mexico during the George W. Bush administration, highlighting the importance of addressing human rights violations on an international scale.
In the halls of Congress, old friends Joe Biden and Mitch McConnell are seen giving each other political cover as they face questions about their age and health. The Hindu profiles Nepal's political landscape as Prachanda forms a new communist coalition, leaving the Nepali Congress in a precarious position. These shifting alliances and power dynamics shape the future of the region's governance.